CVE-2016-2002: Command Injection

Published Apr 20, 2016
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Updated

The validateAdminConfig handler in the Analytics Management Console in HPE Vertica 7.0.x before 7.0.2.12, 7.1.x before 7.1.2-12, and 7.2.x before 7.2.2-1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the mcPort parameter, aka ZDI-CAN-3417.

Affected Software

6 affected components
HP Vertica>=7.0.0<7.0.2.12
HP Vertica>=7.1.0<7.1.2-12
HP Vertica>=7.2.0<7.2.2-1
OpenText Vertica>=7.0.0<7.0.2.12
OpenText Vertica>=7.1.0<7.1.2-12
OpenText Vertica>=7.2.0<7.2.2-1

Event History

Apr 20, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2002?

CVE-2016-2002 has a high severity rating due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2002?

To fix CVE-2016-2002, update the HPE Vertica software to version 7.0.2.12, 7.1.2-12, or 7.2.2-1 or higher.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2016-2002?

CVE-2016-2002 affects HPE Vertica versions from 7.0.0 to 7.0.2.12, 7.1.0 to 7.1.2-12, and 7.2.0 to 7.2.2-1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-2002?

CVE-2016-2002 is a remote code execution vulnerability found in the Analytics Management Console of HPE Vertica.

5

Is CVE-2016-2002 under active exploitation?

At the time of its disclosure, there was no public indication of active exploitation for CVE-2016-2002.

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